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Building culture with people, not around them

Based in Greater Manchester, we  exists to increase access to arts, culture and creative participation.

This is done through live work, audio, training, community-led projects, and creative sustainability.

A creative organisation rooted in people and place

Common Arts builds creative work that connects people, ideas and communities.

Our work is rooted in Greater Manchester and developed through theatre, audio and shared experience.

Learn more about us

Our Mission: 

Increase access to arts, culture, and creative participation through the production of creative projects, performances, workshops, and community arts activities.

What we do

Live work

Small-scale and fringe theatre made with care. Often developed through workshops and conversations, and shared in theatres, public spaces and community settings.

Audio

Podcasts and audio work rooted in place and lived experience. Centring real voices and real stories.

Creative training

Workshops for organisations, teams and groups. Using creative tools to support thinking, communication and connection.

Community projects

Longer-term work that builds confidence and access. Participatory, people-led and shaped by the communities involved.

Current work

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A special edition created in response to StretFest, capturing the energy, people and moments that shape the festival.

Recorded with participants and audiences, the work reflects the lived experience of the event as it happens.

Friday 14th Aug at 7:30pm

The Kings Arms, Salford £9 - £12

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PLAYTIME is a curated night of short plays from emerging and established writers. A mix of bold ideas, sharp writing and unexpected stories, brought together for one night only. 

A theatre group bringing people together to perform, connect and build confidence in a supportive and social environment.

 

The ensemble creates space for people to take part in theatre regularly, whether new to it or returning. COMING SOON!

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Get in Touch

Whether you want to take part, collaborate or support the work, there are different ways to be part of Common Arts.

07949162674

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© Common Arts CIC 2026
A Community Interest Company based in Greater Manchester
Company Number: 17074943
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Greater Manchester

CONTACT:

common@commonarts.co.uk

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